1. De-clutter your bedroom

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If you want a simple home where you can relax and unwind, a clean, neat, organised and minimalist bedroom is the way to go. This is the space where you sleep, read your book and unwind, so you want it to feel calming and soothing. A space won't feel calming and soothing if it is packed with clutter and chaos.

Choose to only include the most functional of items in your bedroom and invest in smart storage solutions where you an store everything else neatly out of sight and in a well-organised manner.

In this image, we can see how shelves have been installed just underneath the ceiling, providing the perfect spot for keeping items stored neatly away without taking up any vertical space.

3. Go for a neutral colour palette

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Sometimes the best way to create a simple and elegant design is to go for soft, neutral colours that evoke feelings of peace and serenity. Simple white colours paired with wooden elements can make for the most sophisticated look and feel, without over complicating an interior design scheme.

4. Get symmetrical

Open the spaces of your home up by removing any walls or dividers, creating a lovely flow throughout the living areas. Not only will this make your home that much easier to decorate and design, but it will also make it look that much bigger.

Once you have a simple, open plan space to work with, you can balance out features in the room to create a symmetrical look and feel. You can also add textures such as wooden cladding or a stone wall to a space to introduce a bit of nature, without overwhelming the space.

5. Use your materials in harmony with one another

The furniture, colours and textures that you use in your home should work together in harmony, creating a simple yet visually impacting space.

In this image, we can see how a wooden dining room table and white chairs work in harmony with a predominantly white home design as well as slick, black finishes. There is no need to get too busy with a design. Choose two or three simple colours and materials and watch as they pack a punch!